Troubleshooting guide

 

Picture abnormal or unviewable

 

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The picture on the telev sion is

Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not connected through a video

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not displayed correctly or

cassette recorder.

 

 

disappears.

Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance.

 

 

If you are using an indoor television, change to an outdoor antenna.

 

 

The television antenna wire is too close to the unit. Move it away from the unit.

 

Picture size do s not fit the

Change “TV Aspect” in the “Video” tab.

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16,Use20063:19PMthe television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, change “4:3

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Aspect” in Display Menu.

 

 

 

Change the zoom setting. (“Just Fit Zoom” or “Manual Zoom” in Display Menu)

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Menu is not displayed correctly.

Restore the zoom ratio to “k1.00”. (“Manual Zoom” in Display Menu)

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Set “Subtitle Position” in Display Menu to “0”.

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Set “4:3 Aspect” in Display Menu to “Normal”.

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Auto zoom function does not work

Turn off television’s zoom function.

 

well.

Use the other preset aspect ratios or manual adjustment.

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Zoom function may not work well, especially in dark scenes and may not work depending on the

 

 

type of disc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Progressive video

 

 

There is ghosting when progressive is on.

Pictures not in progressive output.

Closed captions not displayed.

This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlaced output. Set “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to “480i”. (Alternatively, press and hold [CANCEL] to switch to “480i”.)

Select “480p” in “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu.

The unit’s VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal outputs the interlaced signal even if “PRG” is displayed.

When progressive output is on, closed captions will not be displayed.

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Listening to the radio

Distorted sound or noise is heard.

Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna.

“ST” flickers or does not light.

Use an outdoor antenna.

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A beat sound is heard.

Turn the television off or move it away from the unit.

 

 

 

A low hum is heard during AM

Separate the antenna from other cables.

broadcasts.

 

 

 

 

 

Wireless system

No sound.

Ensure that the digital transceiver is fully inserted into the slot of the main unit.

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Ensure that the wireless system is plugged into the AC outlet, and [W]is displayed on the main

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unit’s display.

 

Sound is mixed.

When the selected source on the main unit is not “REAR MUSIC P.”, audio from an external device

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connected to the rear MUSIC PORT is mixed with audio from the main unit (e.g. listening to music

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from an MP3 player while playing a DVD).

 

 

Select “REAR MUSIC P.” as the source. Alternatively, disconnect the external device.

 

 

 

 

Unit displays

 

 

Troubleshooting

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The display is dark.

“NOPLAY”

“NODISC”

“F61”

“DVD U11”

“ERROR”

“DVD H∑∑

∑∑stands for a number.

[W]” is flashing.

(When using the wireless system and digital transceiver)

“D.MIX” is flashing. [DVD-A]

“XM RADIO”

“XM ERROR”

Select “Bright” in “FL Dimmer” in the “Others” tab.

You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can.

You inserted a blank disc.

You inserted a disc that has not been finalized.

You have not inserted a disc; insert one.

You have not inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly.

Check and correct the speaker cable connections. If this does not fix the problem, consult the dealer.

Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean.

Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.

Trouble may have occurred. The number following “H” depends on the status of the unit. Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power supply cord, and then reconnect it.

If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified service person.

There is no link between the main unit and the wireless system. Check that the wireless system is plugged into the AC outlet.

Ensure that the digital transceiver is fully inserted into the slot of the main unit.

Down-mixing is the process of remixing the multiple-channel audio found on some discs into two channels. The disc contains single-channel or multiple-channel signals which may not be reproduced authentically.

It takes a short time for the XM radio to power up after turning on the main unit, during which time “XM RADIO” is displayed (only when the selected source is XM).

Wait a few seconds for this process to complete.

An error in the XM radio module has been detected. Turn the main unit off, and then back on to clear the error.

If the error message persists, the XM radio module may need repair.

For repair work, refer to “Customer Services Directory” in the limited warranty section of this manual.

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SC-HT441W specifications

The Panasonic SC-HT441W is a compact home theater system that combines advanced audio technologies with user-friendly design, making it an ideal choice for those who want to enhance their home entertainment experience. Known for its powerful sound output and rich feature set, this system stands out in the crowded market of multi-channel audio systems.

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